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Short Black Penshurst

Finding local gems is something truly special and this local café is one of the best around. It’s my go to whenever I’m in need of a big feed with friendly service.

This place serves delicious brunch classics such as eggs benedict, sautéed mushrooms, baked eggs and French toast. But a bonus point about this place is that it has a specials board that changes all the time. Some of the best dishes I’ve had was from the specials board such as the breakfast burger 2.0 (filled with haloumi, scrambled eggs, feta and a pesto and aioli sauce). It was monstrous and delicious.

Breakfast burger 2.0
No matter how hungry I am whenever I go to Short Black, I always leave with a satisfied and way too full belly. The serving sizes are plentiful and packed with plenty of flavour. Their herbed scrambled eggs have at least 3 eggs in them served with bacon, haloumi and a roasted tomato. Served with toasted sourdough, it’s the perfect start to the day.

Herb scrambled eggs
Another delicious item is their greek baked eggs. It contains roast lamb, roast potato, Spanish onions, capsicum and feta and comes with a side of pita bread for dipping. Outstanding and very filling.
Not only do they have a great breakfast selection but their lunch menu items are just as delicious and just as big.

One of their many breakfast specials
A go to item for when I’ve had slightly too many the night before is their club sandwich. Such a simple sandwich made of grilled chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato and a generous dollop of aioli. The sandwich is cut into quarters and paired with a pile of shoestring fries. Simple yet perfect.

Club sandwich
The great thing about this place is that there’s hardly ever a long queue. Most I’ve had to wait was possibly 10 minutes, which is nothing compared to other mediocre cafes with wait time of up to an hour.

Short Black is definitely value for money and their coffees are great too! If you ever find yourself in the area and in need of a huge feed or even just an afternoon tea, Short Black’s got you covered.
Eggs Benedict
What Would Lobi Eat? Something savoury from their specials board with a latte.

Short Black Penshurst

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